The theme of the book is the sovereign rule of God over the realm of man. Through events and prophecies recorded by Daniel, God demonstrates that He is sovereign over the Gentiles and Israel. His dealings with the Gentiles reveal that God rules over their kingdoms, punishments, rulers, defenses, law and future. His dealings with Israel manifest His sovereignty over its persecutions, preservation, salvation and final deliverance. The key verse of the book emphasizes the sovereign rule of God: “ ...